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Music For a While by Frederic Malle — notes, seasons & similar scents | Fragr

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Music For a While by Frederic Malle

Frederic Malle· 2018· Eau de Parfum

Music For a While

7.91.4KTypically ~$350

Opens on lavender, settles into a patchouli-sweet base. A fall pick, strongest after dark.

SweetFruityFreshEarthySpicy

Scent profile

Top notes

Lavender Fruity Notes Anise Mandarin Orange Bergamot

Heart notes

Pineapple Geranium

Base notes

Same DNA, per our similarity engine

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When

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88%

Spring

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Fall

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Date

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Formal

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Longevitylong-lasting

Sillageroom-filling

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Sport

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